Hybrid Tax Officer

at Busha

• Job title: Tax Officer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Lagos, Nigeria

About the role

• Tax Officer ensuring Busha meets local and international tax obligations. Managing compliance, advising on structures, and working with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file all statutory tax returns (PAYE, VAT, WHT, CIT).
• Ensure timely remittance of all tax obligations in line with Nigerian regulations.
• Track all filing deadlines and maintain a compliance calendar.
• Reconcile tax accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Provide guidance on tax implications for business transactions, new products, and cross-border operations.
• Analyze regulatory changes and advise management on impact and required actions.
• Recommend tax-efficient structures for business operations and new initiatives.
• Serve as the primary contact for FIRS, LIRS, and other regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate and support tax audits, inquiries, or investigations.
• Prepare documentation, evidence, and reports required by regulators.
• Ensure Busha maintains clean, penalty-free tax records.
• Maintain accurate tax records, certificates, and documentation.
• Strengthen internal controls around tax calculations, approvals, and reporting.
• Develop or update tax SOPs in alignment with internal ISMS and audit standards.
• Keep organized digital and physical tax files for audit readiness.
• Partner with HR on PAYE and employee-related tax matters.
• Support Procurement and Operations with WHT and vendor tax compliance.
• Work with the Finance team on monthly closing, accruals, and tax provisions.
• Provide tax insights for budgeting and financial planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 4years’ experience in tax, finance, or regulatory compliance (preferably in fintech, financial services, or a tech startup).
• Professional certification (CITN, ICAN, ACCA) is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory frameworks (FIRS, LIRS).
• Experience with tax filings, remittances, audits, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel.
• Understanding of fintech taxation, crypto taxation, or cross-border tax is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development